How to Pronounce "old head on young shoulders"
expression
OHLD HED on YUHNG SHOHL-derz
OHD HED on YUNG SHOHLD-uhz
Definition
If someone is described as having 'an old head on young shoulders,' it means they are young but think and act with the wisdom and maturity of someone much older.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊɫd/ /ˈhɛd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈjəŋ/ /ˈʃoʊɫdɝz
British English
ˈəʊld/ /hˈɛd/ /ˈɒn/ /jˈʌŋ/ /ʃˈəʊldəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OHLD HED on YUHNG SHOHL-derz
UK
OHD HED on YUNG SHOHLD-uhz
Listen in Context
Everyone says Lily has an old head on young shoulders because she always makes wise decisions.
Mark showed he has an old head on young shoulders by helping his family during hard times.
People notice that Anna has an old head on young shoulders when she gives advice to her friends.
You really are an old head on young shoulders—most kids your age wouldn't think like that.